Tired of a garden they never used, Matthew Childs’ clients were faced with a decision to either move home, or invest in an upgrade. They chose the latter and asked Matthew what he could do with their

Use subtle botanical references to keep your scheme calm and comfortable. Choose abstract, rather than realistic, leaf and floral designs and mix and match different styles. This variety of shapes and

Kit Kemp’s ‘One Stop Bed Shop’ curation features her signature upholstered headboards, along with accessories, lighting and furniture to match effortlessly. Ruby headboard in Spring Flower Appliqué, f

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

The acquisition of houses by the National Trust from the 1930s had less to do with the impoverishment of aristocratic families than the industrial wealth of bachelor donors, as Michael Hall reveals

Orangeries, glasshouses and furniture for enjoying the garden view, selected by Amelia Thorpe